steven r. arntson Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Hello All, A question for anyone familiar with hybrid-style Anglos (Tedrow, Edgely, Morse, Herrington ... others?). I'm wondering about the comparative robustness of the various makes--that is, which is most likely to withstand somewhat rough handling from a player (thinking here not so much about dropping it on the floor as about vigorous, loud, chordal playing). The hybrid I currently own has served me very well, but over the year I've played it, it has developed several issues that have required frequent disassembly--stuck buttons, leaky pads/bellows, a cracked reed. This may simply be my lot as an overly-vigorous squeezer, but I was curious if anyone had opinions on this count, as I'm considering the purchase of a second instrument sometime in the near future. Thank you! Steve Arntson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken_Coles Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 My Morse is one of the first (serial number 036), sold originally in October 2001. It has gotten a lot of use. A few minor repairs (all done cheerfully under warranty), but it has worn very well and shows no signs of slowing down. The Edgleys and Tedrows I know of boast a similar record and are likewise backed by their makers. I can't speak for other makes from direct experience, but others here can. Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuart estell Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 My Norman C/G took a real battering while I was playing for the morris. One of the handrails had a habit of working loose and needing a screw tightening once in a while, but other than that, there have never been any real structural issues with it at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Besser Posted December 23, 2007 Share Posted December 23, 2007 A question for anyone familiar with hybrid-style Anglos (Tedrow, Edgely, Morse, Herrington ... others?). I'm wondering about the comparative robustness of the various makes--that is, which is most likely to withstand somewhat rough handling from a player (thinking here not so much about dropping it on the floor as about vigorous, loud, chordal playing). My Herrington survived 6 or 7 years of Morris playing in bad weather, rough usage at contra dances, a few solid kicks and one good whomp with a stick without ever requiring any service. My Morse G/D looks more fragile, but it has performed flawlessly for almost 3 years under similar conditions; I've never even looked inside, and it's never made a return trip to Sunderland for service. But I've learned to dodge sticks a little better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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